Vascular RN
RAYUS Radiology · Westbrook, ME · 2 wk ago
Temporary
Job Summary
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About the role
RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Registered Nurse to join their team. They challenge the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care:
- Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and reduce apprehension
- Screens patient prior to procedure for any precautions or contra-indications
- Educates patient and family about pre, intra, and post procedure care
- Affirms prescribed medications and treatments (i.e. contrasts and sedations) in accordance with approved standards and regulations for care
- Administers equipment and aids Physician during treatment and examination of patient
- Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient
- Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or Physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
- Monitors patient conditions including vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient
- Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol
- Documents patient history and physical assessment for assigned patients
- Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or clinic policy including patient and family instruction
- Department Support:
- Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities
- Affords assistance in establishing, evaluating and updating patient care standards
- Maintains patient monitoring equipment and nursing equipment
- Maintains medication reconciliation for expired supplies
- Completes weekly AED & monthly crash-cart check offs
- Keeps daily temperature logs of medication fridge and blanket warmer
- Maintains istat log monthly, and upon receipt of new cartridges
Requirements
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Registered Nurse with current appropriate state license
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- BLS and ACLS
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital or clinic
Preferred
- Bilingual
- Experience in outpatient radiology
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- PTO and holiday pay
- Many more!
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